Flashy Olympic medal-winning tack and field athlete (1959-1998). However, her career was also dogged by allegations of drug use, which was speculated to have caused her premature death until the autopsy determined that it was due to a congenital defect. Magazine cover from the July 25, 1988 issue of Sports Illustrated, proclaiming Griffith-Joyner the “Fastest Woman in the World,” signed and inscribed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some light edge and corner tip creasing. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
